often irreverent, sometimes insightful thoughts about education

Tag: handwriting

In the Dark Ages when I began teaching, I remember seeing lines of connected script flowing across students’ papers. My, how things have changed! Today, even my honors ninth grade students sometimes confess to me that they cannot even read cursive writing, let alone produce it. This presents a logistical nightmare for today’s students who … More To Curse or Not to Curse in the Classroom

Tracey Rains

I have been a high school English teacher for over twenty-five years. In 2015, I was honored to be recognized a Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Award. I love teaching and getting to know my students. I believe education is the only hope for individuals, communities, and the world. When I'm not working, I love music, television (shhh.. don't tell my students!), mystery and science-fiction novels, great coffee, and interesting food.